RN Director of Nursing

Life Care Centers of America; Mount Vernon (WA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student loan repayment

Opportunities for career advancement

401(k) retirement plan with company 2x

Vacation, six holidays, one personal,

Sick leave accrues from day one

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America in Mount Vernon, WA seeks an RN Director of Nursing to plan, organize, develop and direct the Nursing department. You will ensure the highest quality patient care in compliance with laws and Life Care standards.

The role requires an ASN, active RN license, and at least 2 years of supervisory experience in post-acute care, with strong leadership and collaboration across teams. Full-time, day shift, on-site duties with opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• ASN degree from an accredited college or university.
• Active RN license in good standing throughout employment.
• Two (2) years of supervisory experience in a post-acute care or related setting.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, develop, and direct nursing department operations to ensure quality patient care.
• Recruit, hire, train, evaluate, and supervise nursing staff.
• Direct care provided by nursing staff and maintain budgetary controls.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and maintain compliance.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Data collection and analysis

Education

ASN degree

RN license (active)

Job description

Employment Status: Full-Time Pay Interval: Annually Pay Rate Maximum: 145000 Pay Rate Minimum: 140000 Shift: Days

Job Type: Full-time

Wage Range: $145,000

Schedules Available:As needed

New Grads Welcome NA

Shift Differential:NA

• Student loan repayment
• Opportunities for career advancement and upward mobility into leadership roles
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Vacation, six holidays, one personal day, and sick leave that begins accruing on day one

Setting & Population Served

Life Care Centers of America facilitiesoperateas Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) that provide:

• Long term care for residents who require ongoing skilled support and compassionate dailyassistance
• Short term, sub-acute rehabilitation for patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury
• Collaborative care through an interdisciplinary team approach with nursing, therapy, and medical staff working together
• A diverse patient population Including individuals with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute needs

Patient mix varies slightly by facility. As a therapy professional, you will help patients achieve functional progress and improve quality of life within a supportive, patient-centered environment.

Position Summary

The RN Director of Nursing plans, organizes, develops, and directs the overall operation of the Nursing department to ensure the highest degree of quality patient care in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

• Minimum of an ASN degree from accredited college or university
• Currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment.
• Two (2) years supervisory experience in a post acute care or related setting
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Specific Job Requirements

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
• Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc. to adequately plan for patient needs
• Collect, analyze, and manage data
• Expert knowledge in field of practice
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’sCode of Conductand completes mandatoryCode of Conductand other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, establish benchmarks, and direct staff
• Recruit, select, hire, train, evaluate, counsel, and supervise nursing staff
• Assign appropriate level of CNAs and LPNs per shift
• Direct care provided by nursing staff
• Perform functions of a staff nurse as required
• Effectively manage and operate within budget
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Assist in the evacuation of patients
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language